When you discover a new skin lesion or notice a change in an existing mole, finding a prompt and professional solution is a priority. While many skin issues are harmless, they can cause physical discomfort or emotional distress. The Private Medical Group offers a dedicated skin surgery service in East Kent, providing high-quality, GP-led surgical care for patients who wish to bypass long waiting lists and receive expert treatment in a modern clinical setting.

Tailored surgical solutions for skin lesions

Skin surgery covers a range of procedures under local anaesthetic. Usually they do not require an overnight stay in hospital. At our clinics, we focus on providing safe, minimally invasive treatments that prioritise both your health and the aesthetic outcome.

We offer surgical intervention for a variety of conditions, including:

• Skin lesion excision: the complete removal of a lesion. This procedure involves removing the growth along with a small margin of healthy skin.
• Shave removal: an ideal technique for raised benign moles or skin tags. The surgeon shaves the lesion down to the level of the surrounding skin.
• Skin biopsy: a diagnostic procedure where a small sample of a lesion or rash is removed for laboratory analysis. This is essential for providing an accurate diagnosis for uncertain or suspicious skin changes.
• Cryotherapy: using extreme cold to destroy and remove superficial lesions such as warts, seborrhoeic keratoses, and some precancerous marks.
• Low-risk skin cancer removal: we perform excisions for low-risk skin cancers, such as basal cell carcinomas, ensuring the area is treated with clinical precision.

Professional care with a personal touch

The Private Medical Group brings together experienced local GP specialists. We provide affordable care that complements traditional healthcare pathways.

Our skin surgery services are overseen by:

• Dr Robert White a General Practitioner with an Extended Role (GPwER) in Dermatology and Skin Surgery. He is a joint Clinical Lead for the NHS East Kent Community Dermatology Service and has over 15 years of experience in managing skin lesions.
• Dr Jonathan Webster: an experienced GP currently undergoing formal accreditation with the British Association of Dermatologists. He has spent over a decade performing minor surgical procedures and is a member of the Primary Care Dermatology Society.

What to expect during your procedure

Safety and transparency are at the heart of our practice. Every surgical case begins with a thorough dermatology consultation and clinical assessment using dermoscopy. We will select the most appropriate surgical technique for your specific needs.

The procedure is typically straightforward:

1. Numbing the area: a local anaesthetic is injected around the lesion. While the initial prick might sting, the area will be completely numb throughout the surgery.
2. The procedure: depending on the diagnosis, your surgeon removes the lesion using either an excision, shave, or biopsy technique. Most procedures take between 30 and 60 minutes.
3. Closing the wound: for excisions, small stitches are used to close the skin. We use techniques to ensure the resulting scar is as neat as possible.
4. Histology and follow-up: in almost all cases, the removed tissue is sent to a specialist laboratory for analysis. We will communicate the results to you, providing total peace of mind.

Accessing Skin Surgery East Kent

We provide our skin surgery services at leading private hospital facilities, ensuring you have access to a clean, professional, and supportive environment. Our clinics are located at One Ashford Hospital in Ashford and Spencer Private Hospital in Margate.

If you have a skin lesion that concerns you or one you simply wish to have removed for comfort or cosmetic reasons, our team is here to help. Contact us today to book an appointment and discuss your options for skin surgery in East Kent.